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Botetourt County Public Schools
Botetourt County Public Schools is the school district serving Botetourt County, Virginia. Schools Secondary (Grades 9-12)Botetourt Technical Education Center (BTEC)* James River High School - Buchanan/Springwood * Lord Botetourt High School - Daleville Middle (Grades 6-8)Central Academy Middle School- FincastleRead Mountain Middle School Cloverdale Elementary (Grades K-5)Breckenridge Elementary School- FincastleBuchanan Elementary School- Buchanan Buchanan may refer to: People * Buchanan (surname) Places Africa * Buchanan, Liberia, a large coastal town Antarctica * Buchanan Point, Laurie Island Australia * Buchanan, New South Wales * Buchanan, Northern Territory, a locality * Bucha ...Cloverdale Elementary School- CloverdaleColonial Elementary School- Blue RidgeEagle Rock Elementary School- Eagle RockGreenfield Elementary School- DalevilleTroutville Elementary School- Troutville ReferencesBotetourt County Public Schools [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
School District
A school district is a special-purpose district that operates local public primary and secondary schools in various nations. North America United States In the U.S, most K–12 public schools function as units of local school districts, which usually operate several schools, and the largest urban and suburban districts operate hundreds of schools. While practice varies significantly by state (and in some cases, within a state), most American school districts operate as independent local governmental units under a grant of authority and within geographic limits created by state law. The executive and legislative power over locally controlled policies and operations of an independent school district are, in most cases, held by a school district's board of education. Depending on state law, members of a local board of education (often referred to informally as a school board) may be elected, appointed by a political office holder, serve ex officio, or a combination of any of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Botetourt County, Virginia
Botetourt County ( ) is a US county that lies in the Roanoke Region of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Located in the mountainous portion of the state, the county is bordered by two major ranges, the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Appalachian Mountains. Botetourt County was created in 1770 from part of Augusta County and was named for Norborne Berkeley, known as Lord Botetourt. It originally comprised a vast area, which included the southern portion of present-day West Virginia and all of Kentucky. Portions were set off to form new counties beginning in 1772, until the current borders were established in 1851. Botetourt County is part of the Roanoke Virginia Metropolitan Statistical Area, and the county seat is the town of Fincastle. As of the 2020 census, the county population was 33,596. History First proposed in the House of Burgesses in 1767, Botetourt County was created in 1770 from Augusta County. The county is named for Norborne Berkeley, Baron de Botetourt, more c ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
James River High School (Buchanan, Virginia)
James River High School (JRHS) is a Group-2A-size public high school in Buchanan, Virginia. It serves the northern part of Botetourt County, including the towns of Buchanan, Eagle Rock, Fincastle, and Springwood. James River was founded in 1959 with the consolidation of the Buchanan, Eagle Rock, and Fincastle high schools. FFA Organization In June 2017, the James River FFA Chapter was named the #1 FFA Chapter in Virginia through the National Chapter Award. In October 2017, the chapter was named as a Model of Excellence Finalist and one of the top 10 FFA Chapters in the country. Sports James River athletes are referred to as the "Knights" and they compete in the Three Rivers District against similarly sized schools in the Roanoke and New River Valleys. James River is classified as a Class 2, Region C school by the Virginia High School League for Regional and State competitions. The Knights have captured four Group A State Championships in Women's Softball in 2003, 2004, 2 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Springwood, VA
Springwood is an unincorporated community in Botetourt County, Virginia, United States. Located in the northern part of the Roanoke Valley and at the southern tip of the Shenandoah Valley, Springwood is part of the Roanoke Metropolitan Area and sits along the banks of the James River. Geography and History Springwood is located in the Northern half of Botetourt County, about halfway between Buchanan and Fincastle. It is primarily rural, with Springwood road serving as the main thoroughfare. The community is defined by the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains and the presence of the James River that flows near the historic center of town. It was called Hickory, or Jackson, before it was renamed to Springwood. Lifelong resident Lynwood Hayth was quoted by the Roanoke Times in 1978, saying: “The place was called Old Hickory then, and it was also known as Jackson, in honor of Andrew Jackson. But they changed the name to Springwood because in those days they did a lot of tomato ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lord Botetourt High School
Lord Botetourt High School (LBHS) is a high school in Daleville, Virginia. It was built in 1958 and opened in the fall of 1959. LBHS is one of two high schools in Botetourt County, the other being James River High School in Buchanan. The school is named for Norborne Berkeley, 4th Baron Botetourt, the governor of Virginia from 1768 to 1770. Athletic teams are known as the Cavaliers, and the school colors are scarlet and silver. As of 2019, LBHS had 69 faculty members serving 1,052 students in grades 9 through 12. Notable alumni *Zack Kelly Zachery Reed Kelly (born March 3, 1995) is an American professional baseball pitcher for the Boston Red Sox of Major League Baseball (MLB). He made his MLB debut in 2022. Career Amateur career Kelly graduated from Lord Botetourt High School in D ..., baseball player References Public high schools in Virginia Educational institutions established in 1959 Schools in Botetourt County, Virginia 1959 establishments in Virginia ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Daleville, VA
Daleville is a census-designated place (CDP) in southern Botetourt County, Virginia, United States. The population was 3,070 at the 2020 census. The CDP is located along U.S. Route 220. It is part of the Roanoke Metropolitan Statistical Area. History Nininger's Mill was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. Geography Daleville is located at (37.417146, −79.919528). According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 2.5 square miles (6.4 km2), of which 2.5 square miles (6.4 km2) is land and 0.04 square mile (0.1 km2) (0.80%) is water. Demographics 2020 census As of the census of 2020, there were 3,070 people residing in the CDP. There were 1,334 housing units. The racial makeup of the CDP was 92.4% White, 2.3% African American or Black, 0.0% American Indian, 1.0% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander, 0.5% from other races, and 3.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.9% of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fincastle, VA
Fincastle is a town in Botetourt County, Virginia, United States. The population was 755 at the 2020 census. It is the county seat of Botetourt County. Fincastle is part of the Roanoke Metropolitan Statistical Area. History The town of Fincastle was originally settled by Scotch-Irish and German immigrants from Pennsylvania who arrived in the region in the mid-18th century. John Miller erected a sawmill which became the nucleus of the early village of Fincastle. In 1770, Botetourt County was separated from Augusta County, and Miller's home was selected as the meeting place for the court. Two years later, Israel Christian donated of land and laid out the streets and lots for the new town of Fincastle. The town's name was selected to honor George, Lord Fincastle, the eldest son of Virginia's Lieutenant Governor, Lord Dunmore. In 1773, the first log courthouse was built on the designated court square at the center of Fincastle. Around the same time, a brick church was construct ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cloverdale, VA
Cloverdale is a census-designated place (CDP) in Botetourt County, Virginia, United States. The population was 3,410 at the 2020 census, which was an increase from the 3,119 reported in 2010. It is part of the Roanoke Metropolitan Statistical Area. Cloverdale is the birthplace of Charles Follis, who became the first African-American to play professional football when he signed with the Shelby Blues in 1904. Geography Cloverdale is located at (37.361008, −79.904575) in Botetourt County. According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 3.1 square miles (8.1 km2), all land. Demographics As of the census of 2000, there were 2,986 people, 1,158 households, and 858 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 956.2 people per square mile (369.5/km2). There were 1,204 housing units at an average density of 385.6/sq mi (149.0/km2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 95.01% White, 2.21% African American, 0.10% Native ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Buchanan, VA
Buchanan ( ) is a town in Botetourt County, Virginia, United States. The population was 1,196 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Roanoke Metropolitan Statistical Area. It was the western terminus of the James River and Kanawha Canal when construction on the canal ended. History Buchanan was incorporated in 1832. The town of Pattonsburg was founded on the opposite side of the James River (named for Colonel James Patton), and was connected to Buchanan via a bridge. An 1855 gazetteer described Buchanan and Pattonsburg together containing "3 or 4 churches, 1 bank, 1 printing office, and several tobacco factories and mills." The Buchanan Historic District, Greyledge, Lauderdale, Looney Mill Creek Site, and Wilson Warehouse are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Geography Buchanan is located at (37.525177, -79.683405). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of , of which is land and , or 2.09%, is water. U.S. Route 11 r ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Blue Ridge, VA
Blue Ridge is a census-designated place (CDP) in southern Botetourt County, Virginia, United States. The population was 3,185 at the 2020 census. The CDP is located along U.S. Route 460. It is part of the Roanoke Metropolitan Statistical Area. Geography According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 6.088 square miles (15.77 km²). Demographics 2020 census As of the census of 2020, there were 3,185 people residing in the CDP. There were 1,318 housing units. The racial makeup of the CDP was 92.0% White, 2.9% African American or Black, 0.1% American Indian, 0.5% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander, 0.5% from other races, and 4.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.8% of the population. The 2020 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates found that median income for a household in the CDP was $78,536, and the median income for a family was $86,714. 3.1% of the population were living below the poverty line, incl ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Eagle Rock, VA
Eagle Rock is a census-designated place (CDP) in Botetourt County, Virginia, United States, located along the James River between Iron Gate and Buchanan. It was first listed as a CDP in the 2020 census with a population of 209. History Eagle Rock had the last lock of the James River and Kanawha Canal. Lime production This was the location of the kilns for making lime. Limestone was transported across the James River via a tram system and then burned in the kilns to make lime. Originally a river ford, known as "The Free Stone Ford", allowed mule drawn wagons to cross. In May 1884 a bridge was constructed across the river for the limestone. Later, large towers were constructed and the lime sent across the river by cable. Old quarries and locally known Quarry Hill are located on either side of US 220. The Bessemer Archaeological Site, Phoenix Bridge, and Roaring Run Furnace are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Rail history At the end of the James River and Kana ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Troutville, VA
Troutville is a town in Botetourt County, Virginia, United States. The population was 458 at the 2020 census. The town is located along the U.S. Route 11 between Cloverdale and Buchanan. It is part of the Roanoke Metropolitan Statistical Area. History The railroad reached this location in 1881, and a station was built, but the area had no name. As three nearby houses were occupied by the brothers John, Jim, and Jorge Trout, the area was called Troutsville. It became an important shipping center in the 1890s. In 1895, Troutsville was a thriving town with an active shipping point, farming, canneries, packing houses and factories. The name of the town was later changed to Troutville. The town was chartered on June 4, 1956. Adrian Cronauer died in a Troutville nursing home. The Thomas D. Kinzie House and Bryan McDonald Jr. House are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Geography Troutville is located at (37.415406, -79.876967 According to the United States Cen ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
